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Seneca the derelict destroyer sails as a new navy aid
The Seneca, a 204 foot spar-deck derelict destroyer, is described as a unique U S government vessel designed to hunt derelicts and rescue mariners. It carries mines and explosive gear for derelict destruction, a machine shop, hospital, diving gear, towing gear, wireless, signal lights, and life saving equipment. Commanded by Capt. William E Steyholds the ship operates from Tompkinsville New York with an 65 man crew and 8 officers, cruising the North Atlantic from Portland Maine to Charleston South Carolina, with range to reach across the Atlantic if needed.
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Republic
United States
Seneca
Renuhliie
Ocean
Newport News
High Seas
United States Revenue Cutter Service
Treasury Department
Battleship of Peace
United States Navy
Manila
Ood Samaritan
William E. Steyholds
Revenue Cutter Service
Uncle Sam
Tompkinsville
North Atlantic Ocean
Portland
Charleston
S. C
Gulf Stream